Tri-Axis handlebar install? How hard is it?

[thereverend]

I have a 2015 RT Special Edition and am considering a set of tri-axis bars. My question is, how hard is the install?
I searched you tube and not a lot of information, do you have to take the front end off? Any input will be appreciated.

 

[larryd]

I did our 2014 RTS myself just after purchasing it new... Followed the directions that came with the bars... Lots to take off and put back together... Tooo Looong ago to remember about the trunk??? BUT I CAN HONESTLY SAY IT'S THE BEST MOD I EVER DID TO THE BIKE... GOOD LUCK.
Let us know how you make out... larryd

 

[Flamewinger]

Found this on youtube...

https://youtu.be/N7DPxDzWx4g?si=zbWvdx0VVWXkUU5Z

 

[ThreeWheels]

Found this on youtube...

https://youtu.be/N7DPxDzWx4g?si=zbWvdx0VVWXkUU5Z

Finless Bob does several videos.
He's a very talented individual.
In my humble opinion, he has EXTRORDINARY skills.
Much of his work may be beyond the ability of the typical DIY handyman.

 

[JayBros]

Here's the link to the SL post where Finless Bob did the complete installation.
https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?73104-Tri-axis-handlebar-install-video-series&p=879322&viewfull=1#post879322

 

[Bfromla]

Quite few reports of the factory lock-tight being horrible. Additionally will be working above the VOID so stuff something to catch anything you might drop.
https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?152860-Handle-bar-bolts-won-t-move!!!!!-Any-ideas

 

[Partzman23]

I installed the tri-axis handlebars on my 17 RTL myself with help from a friend. I watched the Finless Bob videos and used the instructions that came with the bars. Took me about 5 hrs start to finish. The frunk does not have to come off but the front fairing does. Take plenty of pictures as you take it apart so you know where everything goes back together.
I think it was well worth it..


Sorry for the upside down pictures

 

[Rickster48]

Totally agree with Partzman. Installed them on my 16 RT. Follow Finless Bob's video and BRP instructions and you'll be good. Just take your time, cover the holes to bottomless pits.

 

[JayBros]

I intentionally bought my Spyder at the end of the MY because of the savings on the roadster and because of my size added the Tri-Axis bars and Comfort seat. The T-A bars are the single biggest reason I would not part with my RT-S just to have a newer machine.

 

[thereverend]

Anything I need to know about the heated grips on the triAxis install?

 

[CopperSpyder]

Anything I need to know about the heated grips on the triAxis install?

No nothing will change there. you will use the same grips on the new tri axis bars. Try watching the video above from finless one time to see how the job will go. Side note; if you have a GPS that mounts in the middle of the bars you will need to get a new mount for the tri axis bar. the old mount will not work.

 

[Hound]

2016 RT - I found a used set of Tri-Axis Bars on this forum. The you tube video helped a lot. I had a few parts missing but it was easy to source bolts, etc locally. I had to deal with some messed up threads on a couple of threaded pieces and cut & reshape the trim pieces under the bars but had help with some pictures from someone that had the factory pieces. I didn't completely remove the 'console' but held it up with bungee cords. I had all winter to work on it so was able to walk away when frustration arrived trying to get bolts in places that required standing on my head to see some things. :gaah:
It was one of the best improvements for comfort other than the tall-person seat and was well worth the occasional frustration.

 

[thereverend]

Do you remember how much time it took? I plan on doimg the removal of all the skins then the upper fairing then reinstall and do the tri axis bars. Wondering how much time might be involved.

 

[CopperSpyder]

I did it over the week end two or 3 days little each day, I was not in a rush. It can be done in a day if you stay with it. I had the instructions and my laptop with Finless 3 part video in the garage when changing the bars. I was way over cautions doing the change over (didn't need to be), but it was worth it. I love the tri axis bars.

 

[thereverend]

thank you